Being mixed

One of the many communities I’m part of is the mixed communities. Which is basically where all the biracial children fit in. Within this community I have met many other people who love their divide in culture just as much as I do. It’s amazing to say that I’m apart of not only one but two different cultures, religions, and customs. Getting to be part of both the Ecuadorian and Guyanese community has shown me how much each had to offer. It also showed me how much each culture can compliment each-other. Since my fathers side(Ecuadorian) is so calm and shy my mothers side(Guyanese) brings such a great light to the Ecuadorian side. When combined together at a party I can truly see how much each side shines through in their food and music. One aspect though that I believe needs improvement is definitely the compassion. Although it may not seem a big deal to others it’s often hard to keep a good relationship with two very different cultures. Don’t get me wrong when they are happy and together it’s enlightening but it’s often hard to get them at that point. It’s often hard to understand another culture from our own because we don’t know where they’re coming from. Which is something that often happens. My mother’s Guyanese side is more outspoken and loud and as such my fathers Ecuadorian side is confused as to what they’re trying to communicate. My mother’s words can often be mistaken as rude and inconsiderate because she’s so loud about it. Although it isn’t a major problem in the community I think the overall empathy that each side gives each other should be more open.  As a mixed child though I could bring more light to this issue in order to improve it. I could be more vocal about it to each separate community so it can be recognized as a problem that should be fixed.